Logo
IBI Group

Computational Urban Designer

IBI Group, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Job Description

Our Global Architecture & Urbanism Division combines the expertise of IBI’s Buildings and Placemaking practice, our Places’ capabilities, and CRTKL’s multi-sector design leadership to offer a diverse range of solutions focusing on human-centric design, sustainability, and technology.

Arcadis is seeking a talented Computational Designer to join our data-driven design team, focusing on urban scale projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects including neighbourhood master plans, TOD, transit planning, streetscape design, residential development, and transit technology for both public and private sector clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong data skills and the ability to build computational models throughout all phases of urban design and planning. Our team offers flexibility regarding the candidate's location. The successful candidate will have the option to work from any of our offices throughout the United States or remotely.

At Arcadis, you will be an integral member of a diverse network of design professionals who value collaboration, fresh insight, and bold talent. You will also be part of a sought-after culture that supports dynamic career advancement and prizes work/life balance.

At Arcadis, we offer the opportunity to work on diverse, international projects ranging from individual buildings to smart cities and urban master plans. We are committed to driving innovation and excellence in data-driven design. Join our team to expand your portfolio while contributing to the digital transformation of the AEC industry. If you're passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex urban design challenges, we want to hear from you. Apply to be a part of a dynamic team at the forefront of computational design and urban design.

Role accountabilities:

Develop and implement computational design strategies for urban planning projects, including modeling, documentation, visualization, and data analytics

Research and provide context for planning projects, including zoning, relevant local laws, housing policies, and local initiatives.

Gather, clean, and organize data for project use

Engage directly with clients to understand their goals and outline project requirements

Lead portions of projects under the supervision of computational design leadership

Incorporate planning fundamentals and principles into computational models

Advance parametric and GIS capabilities within the computational design practice

Contribute to growing the Computational Design team’s presence within the company's broader planning division

Qualifications:Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning/Design, Civil Engineering, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a related field

Experience with master planning, affordable housing, urban design or transit planning

Strong skills in Rhino, Grasshopper, and GIS, with the ability to quickly learn new tools and proceeses

Inquisitive and self-motivated individual with excellent organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and maintain precision and attention to detail

Ability to deliver high-quality work within challenging project timeframes and deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in programming languages, particularly Python and C# would be a plus

Familiarity with machine learning applications in urban planning and design would be a plus

Understanding of current planning and design issues across multiple disciplines would be a plus

Additional Information

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives like our Mentorship Program, Global Women’s Network. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of

Arcadis selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer. These could include: work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record.

We request applicants submit

RESUME

highlighting relevant work experience; please limit PDF files to 10MB.

Join Arcadis. Create a legacy.

#LI-PS2